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May 11, 1976 Page 3 5. Correspondence Ms. Gilbert read a letter that she had written to a Dr. F. A. Turfler regarding his suggestion for a possible utilization of the East Mill Race along the St. Joseph River. There was - a discussion about the proper procedure for incoming and out- going correspondence. It was decided that correspondence of any importance should be taken up with the chairman of the appropriate committee. Next, a letter from Mr. Michael H. Setzer, General Manager of Transpo was read and Mr. Smith suggested that a copy be sent to Mr. Patrick McNamara. 6. Committee Reports Budget and Finance There was no report from this committee at this time. Historic Districts Mr. Ted Wasielewski infozmed the Commission that he had called a meeting on Monday to take a look at the proposed widening of Chapin Street. He mentioned that two Commission members were present, plus two staff members. It was suggested that he outline a letter, incorporating ideas on this subject from Commission members. Historic Landmarks Mr. Oxian reported -that the County Council had passed all three ordinances designating landmarks. He said that Councilwoman Velma Torzewski was very complementary and - appreciative as to what the Historic Preservation Commis- sion was doing. Mr. Oxian stated that the Amendment to the Ordinance would be on the agenda of the Area Plan Commission meeting on the 18th of.May. He also stated that he has received 6 or 7 more letters from homeowners desiring that their homes be declared landmarks. He spoke about the property'at 25618 Quinn Road in North Liberty. The owner wishes that the site be listed as an historic landmark but also vrould like the zoning changed so that she could use one of the houses as a comnercial enter- prise. She wants to sell produce there and also use it as a bakery. The owner wants to restore the original house to its original design. Mr. Rinderle added that the, -barn -on this property had the first automated feeding system in the county. Mr. Oxian made a motion that all three structures be de- clared an historic landmark with the addition that the Commission should support the owner in rezoning. Mr. Ted Wasielewski seconded this motion and it passed unanimously.